Air Fryer Conversion Calculator
Convert oven temperature and cook time to air fryer settings instantly.
Adjust for oven type, food type, and basket conditions for a more useful starting point than the basic 25°F rule.
Conversion Calculator
Air Fryer Setting
Start checking at 15 min — air fryers vary.
The Quick Rule
For a conventional oven recipe: start around 25°F lower and about 20% less cook time. Then start checking early because air fryers vary.
Popular Conversions
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Air Fryer Conversion Chart
Quick reference for common foods — conventional oven to air fryer.
| Food | Oven Temp | Oven Time | Air Fryer Temp | Air Fryer Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast | 400°F | 25 min | 375°F | 20 min |
| Chicken Wings | 400°F | 30 min | 375°F | 24 min |
| Chicken Thighs | 425°F | 35 min | 400°F | 28 min |
| Salmon Fillet | 400°F | 18 min | 375°F | 15 min |
| Pork Chops | 400°F | 28 min | 375°F | 22 min |
| French Fries | 425°F | 30 min | 400°F | 24 min |
| Roasted Potatoes | 425°F | 35 min | 400°F | 28 min |
| Brussels Sprouts | 400°F | 25 min | 375°F | 20 min |
| Broccoli | 425°F | 20 min | 400°F | 16 min |
| Steak | 400°F | 15 min | 375°F | 12 min |
| Frozen Pizza | 400°F | 18 min | 375°F | 15 min |
| Muffins | 375°F | 22 min | 350°F | 18 min |
How to Convert Oven Recipes to an Air Fryer
- 1
Lower the temperature
Reduce the oven temperature by about 25°F (15°C) for conventional oven recipes, or about 10°F for convection oven recipes.
- 2
Shorten the cook time
Reduce the cook time by about 20% for conventional ovens, or 10–15% for convection ovens.
- 3
Use airflow
Air fryers rely on circulating hot air. Arrange food in a single layer with space between pieces.
- 4
Avoid crowding
Overcrowding blocks airflow and leads to uneven, steamed results. Cook in batches when possible.
- 5
Flip or shake when needed
Most foods benefit from flipping or shaking halfway through for even browning.
- 6
Begin checking early
Start checking for doneness about 20% before the estimated time is up — air fryers vary and food can overcook quickly.
- 7
Verify doneness
Use a meat thermometer for proteins. Safe internal temperatures: chicken 165°F (74°C), pork 145°F (63°C), fish 145°F (63°C).
Conventional Oven vs Convection Oven Conversion
Conventional Oven
Uses still air, so a larger adjustment is needed. Reduce temperature by about 25°F and time by about 20% when converting to an air fryer.
Convection / Fan Oven
Already uses moving air, similar to an air fryer. Use a smaller adjustment — about 10°F lower and 10–15% less time.
Air Fryer Conversion by Food
Chicken
Use slightly lower temp than oven. Reduce time. Check safe internal temperature (165°F / 74°C).
Seafood
Check earlier — seafood cooks quickly in air fryers. Reduce time more aggressively than dense foods.
Potatoes / Fries
Avoid crowding. Shake several times during cooking for even crispiness.
Vegetables
Use high airflow for browning. Shake or toss 1–2 times during cooking.
Frozen Food
Often requires little or no thawing. Check package guidance first. May cook well at slightly higher temps.
Baked Goods
Use a more conservative temperature reduction to avoid excessive top browning.